Garmin Forerunner 10 Owners Manual

Forerunner® 10

Owner’s Manual

July 2013 190-01472-00_0B Printed in Taiwan

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Table of Contents

Introduction.................................................................... 1

Keys........................................................................................... 1

Getting Started........................................................................... 1

Charging the Device.................................................................. 1

Going For a Run............................................................. 1

Using Run and Walk Intervals.................................................... 1

Changing Data Fields............................................................ 2

Virtual Pacer.............................................................................. 2

Running With Virtual Pacer................................................... 2

Using Auto Lap®........................................................................ 2

Pausing Your Run Automatically............................................... 2

Garmin Connect......................................................................... 2

Using Garmin Connect.......................................................... 2

History.............................................................................2

Personal Records...................................................................... 2

Viewing History and Personal Records...................................... 2

Deleting a Run from History....................................................... 2

Deleting Personal Records........................................................ 3

Restoring a Personal Record................................................ 3

Appendix.........................................................................3

Device Care............................................................................... 3

Cleaning the Device.............................................................. 3

Specifications............................................................................. 3

Settings...................................................................................... 3

Setting the Alarm................................................................... 3

Setting the Time Manually..................................................... 3

Troubleshooting......................................................................... 3

Resetting Your Device.......................................................... 3

Updating the Software Using Garmin Connect..................... 3

Getting More Information...................................................... 3

Registering Your Device............................................................ 3

Index................................................................................4

Table of Contents i

Introduction

WARNING

Always consult your physician before you begin or modify any
exercise program.

See the Important Safety and Product Information guide in the
product box for product warnings and other important
information.

Keys

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Turn on the device.
Turn on the backlight.

Start and stop the timer.
Select the highlighted menu item.

Move to the next item in the menu.
Move to the next data page when the timer is running.

Go back without making a selection.
Mark a lap (page 2).

Charge the device completely.

3

Going For a Run

The device comes partially charged. You may need to charge
the device (page 1) before going for a run.

NOTE: The device turns on automatically while charging. If you
do not charge the device before going for a run, hold to turn
on the device.

Select .

1

flashes while the device finds your location.

2

When the device finds your location, displays solid.
Select Start to start the timer.

3

Time À, distance Á, calories burned Â, and pace à are
recorded while the timer is running.

Getting Started

When you use your Forerunner the first time, complete these
steps.

Charge the device (page 1).

1

Customize your run settings (page 1).

2

Go for a run (page 1).

3

Upload your run to Garmin Connect™ (page 2).

4

Charging the Device

NOTICE

To prevent corrosion, thoroughly dry the contacts and the
surrounding area before charging or connecting to a computer.

Plug the USB cable into a USB port on your computer.

1

Align the charger posts with the contacts on the back of the

2

device, and press the charger until it clicks.

TIP: Select to view your calories burned and pace.
Select to stop the timer after you complete your run.

4

Select an option:

5

• Select Resume to restart the timer.

• Select Save to save the run and reset the timer. You can

now upload your run to Garmin Connect (page 2).

• Select Discard to delete the run.

Using Run and Walk Intervals

NOTE: You must set up the run/walk feature before starting a

run. After you start the run timer, you cannot change the
settings.

Select > Run Options > Run/Walk > Turn On.

1

Set the run time for each interval.

2

Introduction 1

Set the walk time for each interval.

3

Go for a run.

4

After you turn on the run/walk feature, it is used every time you
go for a run unless you turn it off or enable Virtual Pacer™
(page 2).

Changing Data Fields

You can change the data field combinations for the two pages
that appear while the timer is running.

Select > Run Options > Data Fields.

1

Select the data field combination to display on the first page.

2

Select the data field combination to display on the second

3

page.

Displaying Pace or Speed

You can change the type of pace and speed information that
appears in the pace or speed data field.

Select > Run Options > Pace/Speed.

1

Select an option:

2

• Select Speed to display your current speed.

• Select Lap Speed to display the average speed for the

current lap.

• Select Avg. Speed to display the average speed for the

current activity.

• Select Pace to display your current pace.

• Select Lap Pace to display the average pace for the

current lap.

• Select Avg. Pace to display the average pace for the

current activity.

Virtual Pacer

Virtual Pacer is a training tool designed to help you improve
your performance by encouraging you to run at the pace you
set.

Running With Virtual Pacer

NOTE: You must set up Virtual Pacer before starting a run.

After you start the run timer, you cannot change the settings.

Select > Run Options > Virtual Pacer.

1

Select Turn On or Edit Pace to set the pace.

2

Enter your pace.

3

After you turn on Virtual Pacer, it is used every time you go for a
run unless you turn it off or enable run/walk (page 1).

Using Auto Lap

You can set your device to use Auto Lap, which automatically
marks a lap at every mile (kilometer), or you can mark laps
manually. This feature is helpful for comparing your
performance over different parts of an activity.

Select > Run Options > Laps.

1

Select an option:

2

• Select Auto Lap > Turn On to use Auto Lap.

• Select Lap Key > Turn On to use to mark a lap during

an activity.

Go for a run (page 1).

3

®

Garmin Connect

Garmin Connect gives you a simple way to store and track your
activities, analyze your data, and share with others. To sign up
for a free account, go to www.garminconnect.com/start.

Store your activities: After you complete and save an activity

with your device, you can upload that activity to Garmin
Connect and keep it as long as you want.

Analyze your data: You can view more detailed information

about your activity, including an overhead map view, pace
and speed charts, and customizable reports.

Share your activities: You can email your activities to others,

or post links to your activities on your favorite social
networking sites.

Using Garmin Connect

Connect the device to your computer using the USB cable

1

(page 1).
Go to www.garminconnect.com/start.

2

Follow the on-screen instructions.

3

History

You can view your last seven running sessions on your
Forerunner, but you can upload and view unlimited running
sessions to Garmin Connect. When the memory is full, your
oldest data is overwritten.

NOTE: History is not recorded while the timer is stopped or
paused.

Personal Records

When you complete a run, the device displays any new
personal records you achieved during that run. Personal
records include your fastest time over several typical race
distances and longest run.

Viewing History and Personal Records

Run history displays the date, time, distance, pace, calories,
and lap data. The device also displays your personal record
time, distance, and pace over various distances.

Select > History.

1

Select an option:

2

• Select Runs to view information about your saved running

sessions.

• Select Records to view your personal records.

Pausing Your Run Automatically

You can use Auto Pause® to pause the timer automatically
when you stop moving. This feature is helpful if your run
includes stop lights or other places where you need to stop.

NOTE: The paused time is not saved with your history data.

Select > Run Options > Auto Pause > Turn On.

2 History

Deleting a Run from History

NOTE: Deleting a run from your device history does not delete it

from Garmin Connect.

Select > History.

1

Select Runs.

2

Select a run.

3

Select > Discard > Yes.

4

Deleting Personal Records

Select > History > Records.

1

Select a record to delete.

2

Select Clear > Yes.

3

Restoring a Personal Record

You can set each personal record back to the one previously
recorded.

Select > History > Records.

1

Select a record to restore.

2

Select Use Previous > Use Record.

3

Appendix

• Select Edit Alarm if the alarm is already set and you want

to change the time.

• Select Turn On if the alarm is not yet set.
Set the time, and select to accept.

3

Setting the Time Manually

By default, the time is set automatically when the device
acquires satellite signals. You can also set the time manually.

Select > Settings > Setup > Time > Set Time.

1

Select an option:

2

• Select Auto to allow the device to set the time

automatically when it is receiving satellite signals.

• Select Manual to set the time manually, and enter the

time.

Device Care

NOTICE

Avoid extreme shock and harsh treatment, because it can
degrade the life of the product.

Avoid pressing the keys under water.
Do not use a sharp object to clean the device.
Avoid chemical cleaners and solvents that can damage plastic

components.
Thoroughly rinse the device with fresh water after exposure to

chlorine, salt water, sunscreen, pest repellant, cosmetics,
alcohol, or other harsh chemicals. Prolonged exposure to these
substances can damage the case.

Always wipe the device dry after cleaning or use, and store it in
a cool, dry place.

Do not store the device where prolonged exposure to extreme
temperatures can occur, because it can cause permanent
damage.

Cleaning the Device

Wipe the device with a cloth dampened with a mild detergent

1

solution.

Wipe it dry.

2

Specifications

Battery type Non user-replaceable, rechargeable Lithium-ion,

Battery life Using GPS 30 minutes per day: up to 10 days

Water resistance 50 meters

Operating
temperature range

4.2 volts

Using GPS continuously: up to 5 hours
Watch-only: up to 5 weeks

From -4° to 140°F (from -20° to 60°C)

Settings

To open the device settings, select > Settings.
Alarm: Sets a daily alarm.
Tones: Turns audible tones on or off. You can set tones for

keys and alert messages.

Weight: Sets the user weight.

NOTE: Calorie measurement while running (page 1) is most

accurate when you enter your weight.
Setup: Sets the time of day, time format, language, and units of

measurement.

Setting the Alarm

Select > Settings > Alarm.

1

Select an option:

2

Troubleshooting

Resetting Your Device

If the device stops responding, you may need to reset it.

Hold for at least 15 seconds.

1

Hold for one second to turn on the device.

2

Updating the Software Using Garmin Connect

Before you can update your device software, you must have a
Garmin Connect account (page 2), and you must connect the
device to your computer (page 1).

Go to www.garminconnect.com.

1

If new software is available, Garmin Connect alerts you to
update the software.

Follow the on-screen instructions.

2

Do not disconnect your device from the computer during the

3

update process.

Getting More Information

You can find more information about this product on the
Garmin® website.

• Go to www.garmin.com/intosports.

• Go to www.garmin.com/learningcenter.

• Go to http://buy.garmin.com, or contact your Garmin dealer
for information about optional accessories and replacement
parts.

Getting the Owner's Manual

You can get the latest owner's manual from the web.

Go to www.garmin.com/intosports.

1

Select your product.

2

Click Manuals.

3

Registering Your Device

Help us better support you by completing our online registration
today.

• Go to http://my.garmin.com.

• Keep the original sales receipt, or a photocopy, in a safe
place.

Appendix 3

Index

A

accessories 3
alarm 3
alarms 3
Auto Lap 2
Auto Pause 2

C

charging the device 1
cleaning the device 3

D

data

storing 2
transferring 2

data fields 1, 2
deleting

history 2
personal records 3

device

charging 1
keys 1
registration 3
resetting 3

G

Garmin Connect, storing data 2

H

history 2

deleting 2
sending to computer 2
viewing 2

I

intervals 1

K

keys 3

device 1

L

language 3
laps 2

P

pace 2
personal records 2

deleting 3
restoring 3

product registration 3

R

registering the device 3
resetting, device 3

S

saving activities 1
sessions 2
settings, device 3
software, updating 3
specifications 3

T

time 3
timer 2

starting 1

stopping 1
tones 3
training pages, viewing 1
troubleshooting 3

U

units of measure 3
updates, software 3

V

Virtual Pacer 2

W

walking intervals 1
water resistence 3
weight 3

4 Index

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